VOLLRATH 38105 ServeWell Hot Food Tables and SL Hot Food Tables Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: VOLLRATH

Table of Contents

VOLLRATH 38105 ServeWell Hot Food Tables and SL Hot Food Tables
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Parts List
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
CLEANING
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY
CONTACT
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VOLLRATH 38105 ServeWell Hot Food Tables and SL Hot Food Tables

ServeWell© Hot Food Tables and SL Hot Food Tables

Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath equipment.
Before operating the equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating and safety instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Save the original box and packaging.
Use this packaging to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand their meaning.
This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully.

WARNING: Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION: Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor or major personal injury if the caution is ignored.

NOTICE: Notice is used to note information that is important but not hazard-related.

****	WARNING

Fire Hazard

Do not operate this equipment without posts, shelf legs or casters properly installed. The heating compartment must be separated from the supporting surface of the unit.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage to the equipment

Plug this equipment only into grounded electrical outlets that match the voltage rating on the nameplate.
Use this equipment only in a flat, level position.
Unplug and let this equipment cool before cleaning or moving.
Do not spray the controls or outside of this equipment with liquids or cleaning agents.
Handle hot water carefully.
Do not operate unattended

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

This equipment is intended to hold containers of hot food at proper serving temperature in commercial food service operations. This equipment is not designed or intended to cook raw food or reheat prepared food. It is not intended for household, industrial or laboratory use.

Item No.|

Description

|

Watts Per Well

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Hot Food Tables| SL Hot Food Tables
38002| –| 2-Well|

480

38003| 38203| 3-Well
38004| 38204| 4-Well
38005| 38205| 5-Well
38102| –| 2-Well|

700

38103| 38213| 3-Well
38104| 38214| 4-Well
38105| 38215| 5-Well
38106| –| 2-Well|

600-800

38107| –| 3-Well
38108| –| 4-Well
38109| –| 5-Well
38116| –| 2-Well|

800

38117| 38217| 3-Well
38118| 38218| 4-Well
38119| 38219| 5-Well

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Parts List

Each Vollrath ServeWell© Hot Food Table includes the following:

Part	Quantity
Legs	4
Feet	4
Washers	4
Nuts	4
Shut-off Faucet	1 per well
Bottom Shelf	1

Poly Cutting Board

(Not included with SL tables)

| 1

Tools You Will Need

2 Phillips screwdriver
⁷⁄₈” wrench

ASSEMBLY

NOTICE: Place cardboard or a drop cloth on the floor to protect the work surface and the equipment during assembly.

Remove all the components from the shipping container.
Place the well assembly on the floor with the well openings facing down and bottom of the pan facing up.

Attach the Drain Valves

Assemble the drain valves to the tailpieces below each well. Handtighten until snug.
NOTICE: Do not use tools to assemble the drain valves. Using tools may cause the drain assembly to crack, resulting in water leaks.

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Attach the Legs
ServeWell Tables without Plate Rest Brackets
For each leg: Remove the four corner screws from the pan. Position the leg against the pan. Re-insert and tighten the screws to attach the leg. Repeat for each leg.

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ServeWell SL Tables with Plate Rest Brackets

For each back leg: Remove the four corner screws from the pan.
Position the leg against the pan. Reinsert and tighten the screws to attach the leg.
For each front leg: Remove the four corner screws from the pan.
Position the leg against the pan. Position the bracket in front of the leg.
Reinsert and tighten the screws to attach the bracket and leg to the front of the pan.

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Attach the Shelf

Remove the two innermost screws from each corner of the shelf.
Face the top of the shelf toward the bottom of the pan. Position a corner of the shelf against a leg. Reinsert and tighten two screws to attach the shelf to the leg. Repeat for each corner of the shelf.

Attach the Feet

Attach the four feet to the triangular leg mounting plates using the included locknuts and washers.
Lift the equipment and set on its feet.

Install the Cutting Board (ServeWell Tables Only)

Set the cutting board in place.

OPERATION

****	WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Keep the water level at or below the required level. If the level is too high, water may overflow when the food container is inserted. The overflow could enter the electrical compartment and cause a short circuit or electric shock.

****	WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not use this equipment if any well has been removed. Contact with any metal part could cause an electrical shock resulting in severe injury or death.

****	CAUTION

Burn Hazard

Hot water and steam in the well can burn skin. Use protective gloves, mitts or potholders when removing food containers or covers. Hot food can also cause burns. Handle hot food carefully.

NOTICE: Do not operate this equipment without water in the wells.
NOTICE: Do not operate this equipment without posts, shelf and legs or casters properly installed. The heating compartment must be separated from the supporting surface of the unit.

Position the equipment on a level, flat and stable surface.
Fill each well with water.
- 480W units: perform best with a maximum of 2 quarts (1.9L)
- All other units: to the fill line, approximately 4 quarts (3.8L)
  NOTICE: Do not overfill the wells.
Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that matches the rated voltage on the nameplate.
NOTICE: Using a voltage other than the nameplate-rated voltage will cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage and modification to the power cord or electrical components can damage the unit and will void the warranty.
Preheat the water in the wells by covering them with empty food containers or covers. Set the heat control to the maximum heat setting. Preheat for 60 minutes.
Place the containers of hot food into the preheated food warmer wells. To prevent spills, do not overfill the food containers.
Set the heat control to maintain safe food holding temperature.
NOTICE: Monitor food temperatures closely for food safety. The United States Public Health Service recommends that hot food be held at a minimum of 140° F (60° C) to help prevent bacteria growth.
Maintain the water level at approximately 1″ (2.5 cm) deep. Periodically (approximately every 2 hours) remove the containers of food and check the water level. Add hot water if needed.

CLEANING

****	WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not spray water or cleaning products. Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical shock.

NOTICE: Do not immerse the cord, plug or equipment in liquid.
NOTICE: Do not use abrasive materials, scratching cleaners or scouring pads to clean this equipment. They could damage the finish.
NOTICE: Use only a mild solution of dish detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly. Soap could corrode the surface of the equipment.

To maintain appearance and increase the service life, this equipment should be cleaned at least daily.

Remove all the food product containers.
Unplug the equipment and let it cool completely.
Carefully drain water from the wells.
Wipe the entire interior of each water pan and well with a clean, damp cloth.
If using soap, immediately and completely rinse this equipment with clean water.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem| Might be Caused By| Course of Action
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One well does not get as hot as the others.

| Thermostats could be out of calibration. Bumping or jarring can cause the thermostats to be out of calibration.| To test, when the unit is cold, slowly turn the heat control knob from the off position to full on. You should hear a “click” at about the second or third position. If the click is heard much later, the thermostats are out of calibration and must be replaced.
Elements burn out after a short time.| Improper voltage.| Check the power supply and rated voltage on the nameplate to verify the equipment is connected to the proper voltage.
Drains leak.| Obstruction in the drain valve.| Check for obstructions preventing the drain valve from closing.
Wells heats when the thermostat dial is in the off position.| There may be a problem with the thermostat.| Contact Vollrath Technical Services.

Wells does not get hot enough.

| Too much water in the water pan.| See the Operation section in this manual for the appropriate water level.
The water was not properly pre-heated.| See the Operation section in this manual for instructions.
Power supply may be inadequate.| Check the power supply and rated voltage on the nameplate to verify the equipment is connected to the proper voltage. Equipment will not perform properly if the supply voltage is incorrect.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

Serviceable parts are available on Vollrath.com.
To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to The Vollrath Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services for instructions.
When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the item number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of purchase showing the date the unit was purchased.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C.

This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal, family or household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer a written warranty to purchasers for such uses.
The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or distributes against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically described in our full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs from the date of the end user’s original purchase date found on the receipt.
Any damages from improper use, abuse, modification or damage resulting from improper packaging during return shipment for warranty repair will not be covered under warranty.
For complete warranty information, product registration and new product announcement, visit www.vollrath.com.